India Tops as Leading Source of International Students in 2024

India has become the number one country sending students to study abroad in 2024, surpassing China.

This means that for every international student who comes to India to study, 19 Indian students go to other countries for their education.

Over the years, the number of Indian students going abroad has grown a lot, from 6.8 lakhs in 2016 to 13.35 lakhs in 2024.

However, the number of international students coming to India has grown more slowly, reaching 49,348 in 2020 before slightly decreasing due to the pandemic.

Many Indian students choose to study in popular destinations like the US, UK, Canada, Germany, France, and Australia.

The fields of study that are most popular among these students include engineering, business, pharmacy, and computer applications.

This trend shows how important international education has become and highlights the need for a more balanced approach to higher education globalization.